Serena Burden
New Albany,IN
Summary
Compassionate Registered Behavior Technician skilled in applied behavior analysis. Proven ability to implement personalized intervention plans and enhance client communication. Committed to fostering positive behavior change and collaboration with families.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
Golden Care Therapy
Charlestown, IN
06.2025 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to support client development and progress.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis to track behavioral changes and treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with families and caregivers to reinforce therapeutic strategies at home.
- Provided direct one-on-one support to clients during therapy sessions, fostering a positive environment.
- Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
- Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
- Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
Registered Behavior Technician
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
Jeffersonville, IN
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and documented interventions per organizational standards.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to enhance skills in applied behavior analysis techniques.
- Engaged clients in structured activities, promoting social skills and communication development.
- Supported team members by sharing insights on client behavior patterns and treatment adaptations.
- Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
- Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
- Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
- Ensured adherence to ethical guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board at all times during practice.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay abreast of latest ABA techniques, ensuring highest standard of care.
- Led training sessions for new technicians, enhancing team's overall skill set and quality of care.
- Utilized technology tools for data collection and analysis, streamlining the process of monitoring client progress and informing treatment plan adjustments.
Special Needs Nanny
Richard Scott Cornell, M.D.
Louisville, KY
01.2019 - 11.2023
- Maintained open line of communication with newly divorced father with two young children with ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorder.
- Provided regular updates on their child''s progress as well as discussing any concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Developed strong rapport with children under my care, creating an atmosphere of trust that facilitated growth and progress.
- Transported children safely to school, therapy appointments, recreational activities, maintaining punctuality at all times.
- Facilitated social integration by arranging playdates with peers and engaging in community events.
- Boosted children's self-esteem through consistent positive reinforcement and engaging activities tailored to individual needs.
- Implemented structured routines to reduce anxiety and improve behavioral responses in stressful situations.
- Enhanced children's emotional well-being by establishing secure and trusting environment.
- Prepared snacks and lunches.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects- covid era.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Collaborated with parent to establish and maintain a routine, fostering a stable and nurturing environment.
Education
Neuroscience, Communications
Indiana University Southeast
New Albany06-2027
High School Diploma -
South Oldham High School
Crestwood, KY06-2016
Skills
- Collaboration with professionals
- Prompting strategies
- Error correction techniques
- Incidental teaching
- Natural environment training
- Discrete trial training
- Social skills development
- Applied behavior analysis
- Session preparation
- Client engagement
- Relationship building
- Transition planning
- Data collection and analysis
- HIPAA requirements
- Behavioral support
- Critical thinking
- Encouragement and motivation
- Clinical documentation
- Rapport building
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
Golden Care Therapy
06.2025 - Current
Registered Behavior Technician
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
11.2023 - 06.2025
Special Needs Nanny
Richard Scott Cornell, M.D.
01.2019 - 11.2023
Neuroscience, Communications
Indiana University Southeast
High School Diploma -
South Oldham High School